School-Based Family Support Worker (SEMH/Trauma-Informed)

eTeach UK Limited; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Royal London Pension

CPD & training

Health Care Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Beautiful surroundings

Leisure facilities

Supportive leadership

Multi-disciplinary team

Job summary

Coombe House School is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to strengthen home–school links and support pupils with SEMH, ASC and complex needs. You will work with the Head of Safeguarding, AP, Welfare and Attendance to provide early intervention and practical and emotional support, including home visits where needed.

You will build trusting relationships with families, coordinate with safeguarding and external agencies, and help pupils with transitions and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children and families, particularly with SEMH, ASC or complex needs.
• Understands trauma-informed and relational approaches.
• Is confident working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents, carers and pupils.
• Provide early help and targeted family support interventions.
• Work collaboratively with safeguarding, pastoral and therapeutic teams.
• Develop and lead support plans for children and families.
• Support pupils with transitions and emotional wellbeing.
• Liaise with external agencies and attend professional meetings.
• Promote attendance, engagement and positive outcomes for pupils.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Trauma-informed approach

Independent and multidisciplinary team

Effective communication

Full driving licence

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

Coombe House School is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to strengthen home–school links and support pupils with SEMH, ASC and complex needs. You will work with the Head of Safeguarding, AP, Welfare and Attendance to provide early intervention and practical and emotional support, including home visits where needed.

You will build trusting relationships with families, coordinate with safeguarding and external agencies, and help pupils with transitions and wellbeing.